Our massive 15,000 sqft training facility located in the heart of SoDo offers over 50 classes per week for adults & children.
With classes in jiu jitsu, judo, muay thai, boxing, wrestling and strength & conditioning, our multi-disciplined approach produces well-rounded fighters equipped to handle any situation from self-defense to the cage.
Whether you are an experienced competitor or complete beginner there is a class for you. We welcome everyone to come discover their true potential through martial arts.
Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian jiu jitsu is a martial art and combat sport system that focuses on grappling, or ground fighting. It has been proven in MMA to be one of the superior systems for self-defense and combat sports. Besides it’s practical uses, Jiu Jitsu is also an exciting form of physical and mental exercise that is both challenging and rewarding.
We offer a structured curriculum for any experience level with four different levels of classes: Basics, All Levels, Advanced and Competition. All classes are taught by an IBJJF certified black belt with over 10 years experience.
Submission Grappling/ Wrestling
Submission grappling is the no-gi version of Jiu Jitsu that is practiced without the gi (kimono) and brings together techniques from Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, Judo, Catch Wrestling, Sambo and Luta Livre. It’s popularity has been growing exponentially in recent years due it’s exciting, fast-paced nature and relaxed leg-lock rulesets.
Freestyle Judo
We don’t just offer Judo classes, but a whole program in which you can get promoted all the way up to black belt. Freestyle Judo is a branch of Judo that embraces all forms of takedowns and throws including leg attacks.
Representing USA on the Sr. Olympic Judo team is our very own instructor Lakea Vargas, the most accomplished Judo competitor currently teaching in Central Florida. Lakea is also a brown belt in Jiu Jitsu, known for utilizing both sports in his game to his advantage.
Muay Thai
Known as the “Art of Eight Limbs”, muay thai features punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and standing grappling. It is a combat sport and as such, is considered a martial art. However, modern muay thai looks much more like kickboxing. As the most effective striking martial art in the world, it is no wonder why muay thai has become one of the key foundations of MMA.
Our program uses street and ring proven tactics taught in a fun and safe environment for professional fighters and hobbyists alike.
Kid’s Classes
We are a bully-free zone! Our program includes principles and techniques from jiu jitsu, judo, kickboxing and self defense that will teach your child respect, discipline and boost their confidence on and off the mat. Our classes run Monday through Friday plus Saturday morning and are split up based on age and/or size. New belts are not given or purchased here, but are earned based on attendance and performance. Click the button below to learn how jiu jitsu differs from other popular children’s martial arts.
Boxing
When boxing first appeared in the Olympics in 688 B.C., Greek fighters wrapped their hands with oil-softened oxhide leather strips called himantes. Those evolved into a cestus, which is the ancient form of a boxing glove. In today’s boxing game, training and sparring gloves are tailored toward protecting the fighter and his/her opponent.
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Having recently become one of the top five Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teams in the world, Grappling Fight Team (GFT) formerly known as Universidade Gama Filho (UGF) has had great success in Brazil since the 1990’s, with the turn of the 2010’s decade, GFT was propelled to world wide success through a series of excellent results at an international level and the continuous production of high level fighters such as Denilson Pimenta (our co-head instructor) Bruno Malfacine, Rodolfo Vieira, Ricardo Evangelista, Italo Lins and many others.
With over 15 black belts, all with diverse backgrounds, specialities, styles, and body types we don’t find it conducive to limit our students to one head instructor. Instead, our black belts work together to create a collaborative learning environment for our students.
Reviews
“I recommend this place to all parents, it has taught our son so much discipline, self defense without violence and keeps him fit. This is the best thing you could do for your kids and the trainers have so much patience.”
- Angela Suarez
“I spent a week training at Orlando BJJ in preparation for Masters Worlds and had a fantastic time. I have trained all over the country and this was by far the best experience I have had as a visitor to a gym. By the end of my trip, everyone knew my name and went out of their way to make sure that I felt prepared for my upcoming tournament. I made several friends during my time there and cannot wait to return. If you are reading my review and are in the Orlando area, you need to stop by and train. You will have a once in a lifetime experience.”
- Matt Moretz
“A family atmosphere with world class instruction, mix that with an amazing facility and you have one of the best places to train anyone could ask for...”
- Mike Sgroi
Our Academy
28 W Michigan St
Orlando, FL 32806
MONDAY - FRIDAY 6:30am - 8:00pm
SATURDAY 9:00am - 1:00pm
SUNDAY 10:00am - 12:00pm
On the corner of Michigan St and Orange Ave, behind the CVS. Additional parking on side and rear of building.
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Fill out the contact form or email us directly at objjstaff@gmail.com and our staff will get back to you within 12 hours.
